common law assignmentglossary / common-law assignment An assignment for the benefit of creditors made under the common law, rather than by statute. [Cases: Debtor and Creditor 1. C.J.S. Assignments for Benefit of Creditors §§ 2, 4; Creditor and Debtor §§ 2–3.] 词条贡献者 法律翻译Frank,毕业于英国一流的高级翻译学院,专注翻译各类与娱乐、体育及媒体有关的法律文件。